Multi-Provider Helicopter Transportation Services
Closed State & local contract opportunity Posted
- Solicitation number
- 03A3879
- State
- California
- Responses due
Opportunity facts
- Jurisdictions
- NIGP codes
Opportunity details come from caleprocure.ca.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is soliciting bids for a Multi-Provider Helicopter Transportation Services contract in El Dorado County, specifically for transportation services between Echo Maintenance Station and avalanche control facilities at Echo Summit. The procurement is an Invitation for Bid (IFB #03A3879) seeking up to three contractors to provide a fully operated helicopter capable of transporting three passengers and up to 1,000 pounds of equipment. Key deliverables include 2-4 flights per year during May through September, with operational hours from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Pilot qualifications are stringent, requiring 100 hours of mountainous terrain experience and 16 hours in the specific helicopter model. The helicopter must meet comprehensive FAA certification requirements and safety equipment standards. The bid submission deadline is January 9, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., with bid opening at 2:30 p.m. the same day, and the contract term spanning from February 3, 2025, through February 2, 2028.
The procurement includes several supplier diversity provisions, with a Small Business (SB) preference of 5% granted to certified SB/MB firms and a 25% SB participation goal. While Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation is not mandatory, a 5% incentive is available for 100% DVBE participation. The contract will be awarded to up to three lowest responsible bidders who meet all specified requirements. Contractors must provide comprehensive services including all labor, tools, equipment, materials, maintenance, and incidentals necessary for helicopter transportation. Although specific budget ranges are not detailed in the solicitation, the multi-provider approach suggests flexibility in contractor selection and potential service pricing. Interested vendors should note the accessibility accommodations, with options to request an accessible version of solicitation documents through http://bit.ly/dpac-ada or by calling (916) 654-2852.
Opportunity text
This is a multiple provider Agreement. Contractor shall provide all labor, tools, equipment, materials, and incidentals necessary to provide the rental of one (1) fully operated helicopter capable of transporting up to three (3) passengers and tank farms, tools, and equipment, weighing up to 1,000 pounds (lbs.) from the Echo Maintenance Station at Post Mile 66.7 on State Highway 50 to avalanche control facilities at Echo Summit, 8,000 feet (ft.) above State Highway 50 in Caltrans District 03. The documents and files attached to this solicitation do not have any updates for digital accessibility at this time. Updates will be applied as soon as they are available. For an accessible version of solicitation documents published on this page, please submit a request at http://bit.ly/dpac-ada or call (916) 654-2852.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| IFB_Solicitation_Package_03A3879.pdf |
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